CHORIZO SCALLOPED POTATO CASSEROLE

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Here's a scrumptious new take on scalloped potatoes and ham. This rich dish uses chorizo and Mexican cheese blend to give it a South-of-the-border accent.-Kelli Ireton, Manhattan, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 pound uncooked chorizo or bulk spicy pork sausage
2-1/2 pounds medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 small onion, chopped
1 cup chicken broth
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook chorizo over medium heat until meat is fully cooked; drain. Place chorizo on several layers of paper towel; blot with additional paper towels. , In a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, layer half of the potatoes, onion and chorizo. Repeat layers. , In a small saucepan, combine the broth, cream cheese, cream and salt. Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until liquid is reduced to about 1-1/2 cups. Remove from the heat; stir in 1 cup Mexican cheese blend until melted. Pour over chorizo., Cover and bake at 350° for 60-70 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Sprinkle with remaining Mexican cheese blend. Bake, uncovered, 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508 calories, Fat 37g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 1211mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.